Dobbs Elementary vs Truman Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dobbs Elementary
Kansas City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
320 students
Truman Elementary
Kansas City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
287 students
| Measure | Dobbs Elementary Kansas City, Missouri | Truman Elementary Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1068 of 1,159 | #1112 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #46164 of 50,301 | #48397 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 320 | 287 |
| Enrollment | 320 | 287 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 14% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 13% |
| city | Kansas City | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dobbs Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.8 vs 13.3).
- •Dobbs Elementary does better on math proficiency (26% vs 13%).
- •Dobbs Elementary does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 14%).
- •Truman Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 13.3).
- •Dobbs Elementary is the larger school with 320 students compared with 287.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Dobbs Elementary better than Truman Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Dobbs Elementary ranks higher (17.8 vs 13.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Dobbs Elementary and Truman Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dobbs Elementary: 320. Truman Elementary: 287. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dobbs Elementary and Truman Elementary rank in Missouri?
Dobbs Elementary is 1068th of 1,159 and Truman Elementary is 1112th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).